A TORNADO STRIKES WICHITA.; Many Buildings Destroyed or Damaged, But No People Killed.

WICHITA, Kan., Oct. 1. -- A tornado struck the northern part of the city about 6 o'clock this evening, and tore property in all directions. Several people were injured, but so far as known, no fatalities occurred. The wind came from the southwest, accompanied by a fierce rain, and at Tenth Street it took off the roof and one side of a street car barn. View Full Article in Timesmachine »

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